Blog Posts

For the tech lovers in the city of Baytown, TX, technology has moved right into your car. The new model of the Ford SYNC 3 infotainment center reduces many common road distractions. Studies show that making or receiving phone calls is a regular contributor to some road accidents. Now you can keep your eyes and hands where they should remain – on the task of driving – thanks to the voice recognition software that helps you make or answer calls.

You can also control the radio with your voice. Your best radio station is now easily accessible in a hands-free manner.

The excitement of Halloween is creeping slowly closer, and we at Baytown Ford are very excited. However, what safety precautions are you taking to keep your family safe? Have fun, but don’t forget to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Protecting children against accidents

Seasonal Maintenance Milestones For Your Vehicle https://t.co/JoGN4AZa31 pic.twitter.com/EIU3xfTuNR

— Scamper smith (@ScamperSmith) October 4, 2017

Every car needs maintenance. It doesn't matter where you live or what the weather's like, you should take your vehicle to Baytown Ford to get it ready for the changing season. They will make sure that your tires are in good shape and properly rotated and inflated. They will also make sure that all your belts, filters, and hoses are looking good as well. They will check your lights and signals and top up any fluids that are…

Has the hunt for your next automotive purchase brought you to the full-size SUV segment? Well, if so, we here at Baytown Ford would be quick to couple you with ours, the 2017 Explorer.

Wondering why we would?

Then, join our pals over at MotorWeek in the clip below; they're here to deliver the need-to-know details about the Explorer:

Served up standard across the model range, the Explorer's entry-level engine -- a 3.5-liter V6 -- promises to be a popular selection.

Matching with a six-speed automatic transmission, the V6 turns out a terrific 290 horsepower and 255 pound-feet of…

We believe in humankind helping each other out here at Sonic Automotive, and especially after the devastation that Hurricane Harvey caused, we worked even harder to make sure that everyone affected by this disaster had a helping hand to lift them up.

lcy.

Baytown Ford was forced to shut its doors two weeks ago due to Hurricane Harvey. The storm has gone and the flood waters are receding, but recovery from this one isn't going to be easy. The entire landscape has changed, thousands of residents have been displaced, and thousands of vehicles have been destroyed by floods.

If you are among the people who need to find a place to stay, or need other assistance, go to DisasterAssistance.gov. It will help you locate transitional housing, guide you through filing a flood claim, and direct you toward assistance resources.

Are you…

Wherever you're traveling to this summer, getting there should be half the fun. That's why Baytown Ford thinks you should take the 2017 Ford Escape's wheel and start enjoying every moment of your drive.

 

No matter where you go, the Intelligent 4WD in the #FordEscape will help you get there.

A post shared by Ford Motor Company (@ford) on Jul 12, 2017 at 8:13am PDT

Not only is your ride with the 2017 Ford Escape exciting, it's also safe. The Ford Escape features a 2.5-liter engine with 168 horsepowe

If getting a new Ford model is on the horizon for you, you've probably spent a fair amount of time thinking about how you plan to go about financing it. But have you considered leasing your next Ford?

To Buy or Lease -- That is the Question

Buying a new vehicle certainly has its perks. Once you finish payments, it’s yours to do with what you will for as long as you care to have it.

Leasing, however, grants you the ability to essentially borrow a car, drive it for a few years, and return it. Then the process…

Sometimes the road can throw unexpected punches to knock even the safest drivers off their guard.

Someone decides to pass behind you just as you're trying to back out of a parking space. Someone hangs out in your blind spot and you nearly have an attack when you try to merge. Someone in front of you suddenly stops and you have to hope that you're quick enough on the brake.

Love your 2016 Ford model but wish it offered a bit more in the technology and connectivity department? Great news! This week, Ford announced that it will be making Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support available for 2016 model year Ford vehicles. Best of all, this tech update absolutely free, meaning you can enjoy all these fresh features without paying a penny extra.